Toby Cottage
Lynch Lane | Calbourne | Isle of Wight | PO30 4JQ
Step inside Toby Cottage
Located in a leafy country lane in the heart of the picturesque village of Calbourne, this character cottage is steeped in history. The property has been superbly modernised, to include a retiled slate roof, to perfectly combine its extensive features with the needs of modern life.
On arrival at the cottage, the home is accessed via a large, pitched roof stone porch, which provides ample space to combine the entrance way as a useful boot room, ideal for kicking off those muddy boots and shoes, after exploring the many delightful footpaths which are located within easy reach of the property.
Entering into the spacious dual aspect sitting room, the exposed brick chimney breast is an enchanting focal feature of the room, fitted with a wood burner for cosy winter evenings. Overlooking both the front garden and attractive rear courtyard directly at the rear of the house, this is a wonderful space in which to entertain.
Continuing through the ground floor, there is a formal dining room which retains exposed beams and has been fitted with wooden wall panelling adding to the charm of this delightful space. Adjacent to this is a spacious dual aspect kitchen diner, again, overlooking the large courtyard, which grants ample space for outdoor dining during the warmer months. The kitchen has been fitted with a wealth of white wall and base units with a solid wooden work top, adding to the country kitchen feel you would expect in a home of this era. Boasting a large inset range oven, glazed dresser and butler sink, great care has been taken to retain the character feel, whilst providing modern convenience to the homes occupants. Concluding the ground floor accommodation is a cloakroom.
The first-floor accommodation is spacious with a wonderful open landing space leading off to three double bedrooms. The main bedroom has a partially vaulted ceiling, enhancing the spacious feel of this room. A substantial family bathroom sits adjacent, serving the first-fl oor rooms.
The substantial rear garden is a delight, the large private courtyard formally mentioned, gives access to a quaint stone outbuilding which has been divided into two rooms, one used a guest bedroom with an adjacent kitchenette, potentially allowing this building to serve as a home office if required.
Steps lead up from the courtyard through well stocked flower beds, to a flat lawned area with more seating and access to another stone outbuilding which has been modernised and fitted with double doors, providing a useful hideaway to admire the garden and enjoy all year round, due to the fitted wood burner and double glazed windows.
The next tier of garden has raised beds, ideal for maximising the ‘good life’ in the countryside. Continuing up the garden, steps lead to a substantial raised deck, bordering onto the open field at the rear of the boundary fence, granting superb views over the beautiful surroundings this home is nestled within.
Travel Information
6 miles from Yarmouth to Lymington Ferry Terminal
10.2 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal
10.6 miles from East Cowes to Southampton Ferry Terminal
Southern Vectis Buses routes provide regular services through the area, connecting you to all the areas of the island. For ticket prices visit www. islandbuses.info
Leisure Clubs & Facilities
1Leisure Medina, Newport 6.4 miles
Newport Golf Club & Driving Range, Freshwater 6.3 miles
Newclose County Cricket Ground, Blackwater 6.1 miles
West Wight Sports Centre, Freshwater 6.3 miles
Healthcare Doctors Surgeries
Brighstone Surgery, Brighstone 01983 740219
Brookside Health Centre, Freshwater 01983 758998
Carisbrooke Health Centre, Carisbrooke 01983 522150
Medina Health Care, Newport 01983 522198
Pyle Street Surgery, Newport 01983 523525
General Hospitals
St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport 6 miles (01983 822099)
Education
Primary Schools
Brighstone CE Primary School, Brighstone 01983 740285
Shalfleet CE Primary School, Shalfleet 01983 760269
Carisbrooke CE Primary School, Carisbrooke 01983 522348
St Thomas Of Canterbury Primary School, Carisbrooke 01983 522747
Newport CE Primary School, Newport 01983 522826
Hunnyhill Primary School, Newport 01983 522506
Chillerton & Rookley Primary School, Chillerton 01983 721207
Secondary Schools/Colleges
Carisbrooke College, Carisbrooke 01983 524651
Christ The King Upper College, Newport 01983 537070
Medina College, Newport 01983 861222
Ryde Academy, Ryde 01983 567331
The Island VI Form, Newport 01983 522886
The Isle of Wight College, Newport 01982 526 631
Learning Assisted Schools:
Medina House, School Lane, Newport 01983 522 917
St. Georges, Watergate Road, Newport 01983 524 634
St Catherines, Grove Road, Ventnor 01983 852722
Entertainment
Restaurants / Bars
Blacksmith Arms, Calbourne
The Cow, Tapnell
Three Bishops Inn, Brighstone
The Sun Inn, Hulverstone
The Crown Inn, Shorwell
Wight Mouse Inn, Chale
The Sun Inn, Calbourne
The Horse & Groom, Shalfleet
The Llama Tree Bistro & Pizzeria, Ningwood
These bars and restaurants are available within a 10-minute drive of this home.
Local Attractions / Landmarks
Isle of Wight Pearl Centre, Brighstone
Blackgang Chine, Blackgang
Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth
Fort Victoria Country Park, Norton
St Catherine’s Oratory, Niton
The Needles Landmark Attraction, Alum Bay
Carisbrooke Castle, Carisbrooke
Robin Hill Country Park, Downend
